COVID-19 CUSTOMER UPDATE
Read the latest in the press from our management team on Covid-19
May
- The Big Question – How do you think insurance will look post Covid19? – includes comment from Gary Humphreys
- Insurance Covid-Cast episode 13: Litigation under lockdown – how are lawyers and insurers managing legal disputes during the coronavirus? – participation from Steve Cross
- Markerstudy's BC plan sees 3,000 employees shift to homeworking
- Insurance POST analysis: Protecting Pets – includes comment from Ross Hallifax
- SmartDriverClub research says Brits are back on the roads
April
- Markerstudy and Vision – working together to help keyworkers
- Coronavirus: Auto Windscreens and Markerstudy delivering food and medical supplies
- Business as usual for SmartDriverClub during COVID-19
- Feature on reduction in motor claims, mentioning Steve Cross
- Staying insured during coronavirus – Q&A with Andrew Evanson
July
We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and following all guidance and advice issued by the UK government and industry bodies, including the Association of British Insurers (ABI), the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
During these unprecedented times, we are taking action to maintain our service to you, whilst prioritising the welfare and safety of our staff.
We will continue to do all that we can to minimise disruption and ensure that our operation remains as unaffected as possible for policyholders. We will be offering a range of communication channels to support a potential decrease in our telephony capability, and encouraging greater use of e-mail, live chat and forums which can be accessed via /policyholders/guidance/how-to-make-a-claim
As the Government continues to ease lockdown measures and in readiness for more of our teams to return to our offices when authorisation is given, our Group Health, Safety and Environment team has produced a risk assessment guidelines document to support the 'back to work' processes.
You can view the Back to Work Risk Assessment document here.
Contacting us:
Our aim is to operate ‘Business as Usual’ throughout – providing a 24/7, 365 days a year service to our policyholders. However, there may be times when we encounter a drop in staff numbers due to sickness absence/self-isolating. To help us deliver the best service to you, we ask that during this time:
- Existing customers utilise our online self-service portal to renew or make any amends to existing policies. Here you can also find updates on any existing claims and download any required forms;
- You only call if absolutely necessary, for example if you have a concern regarding your renewal.
We have pledged our support of measures recommended by the ABI, and emphasis will be placed on getting our policyholders back on the road following a claim, and supporting those who are vulnerable, or suffering financial hardship.
We really appreciate your patience and understanding during this difficult time.
Read the latest in the press from our management team on Covid-19.
